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23 Jun 2022, 17:54 GMT+10
Sudden changes in genes or chromosomes (mutation) lead to the development of genetic disorders; some congenital abnormalities are hereditary, while others are spontaneous. Hereditary means muted genes passed down from parents to their offspring, while spontaneous means disorders happen by the wrong concentration of genetic material or destruction of genetic material by drugs, chemicals, alcohols, etc.
Our genes are just like software on which genetic information is encoded; a slight change in the gene sequence causes serious health issues. Therefore, couples must speak with the doctor and undergo a genetic disorder screening test when planning for a baby. After conceiving, women must protect themselves from hazardous environmental factors. It is not enough to simply take prenatal supplements. Benefits of vitamin B12 may not always be absorbed by the parent especially if they have the MTHFR gene defect.
There are chances that the baby of a healthy parent can be born with congenital abnormalities. However, various risk factors associated with genetic disorders enhance the chances of the developing fetus or baby getting genetic disorders.
Genes carry instructions the body uses to build proteins and other important structures. Everything that can damage the genes is responsible for developing genetic disorders. Sometimes, it's challenging to find the cause of genetic diseases. The factors that cause genetic disorders are;
There are many types of congenital disorders, and the most common disorders are described below;
When chromosomes increase (extra) or decrease (missing) in genetic material, leading to chromosomal disorders.
Hereditary disorders are developed when parents pass their muted or defective gene to their offspring. These disorders may continue from generation to generation. Heredity disorders appear in the baby when both parents provide their gene -Recessive expression. These disorders are specific among certain groups. The most common hereditary disorders are;
There are many types of multifactorial disorders, including;
Babies born with genetic disorders have to face many challenges in life. The symptoms vary from disease to disease. These disorders damage the organs of the body. However, the victim may experience the following symptoms such as;
If genetic disorders are in your family, you need genetic counseling from a doctor who is aware of the risk of genetic disorders if you have a baby. However, several screening tests are available that detect congenital abnormalities. Some disorders have no chance of treatment. But some can be cured to some extent. Thus, various treatments are available that reduce the disease's severity, alleviating the burden on the affected person.
Genetic disorders are serious health issues developed due to changes in genes or chromosomes. Some genetic disorders are irreversible and have no treatment. However, treatments are discovered that treat the disorders and lower the symptoms to some extent.
https://www.verywellfamily.com/pregnancy-and-genetic-disorders-4172801
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